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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy S25
Which one to pick? Scores by criterion, checked new prices and the Picksly verdict.
Same Picksly score for both (53/100). Samsung Galaxy S25 costs less new ($694 vs $840).
Samsung Galaxy S25 · $694 at AmazonView offer
Which to pick by profile and use
By profile
- Budget: level (66 and 67).
- Smart: level (62 and 60).
- Premium: Samsung Galaxy S25 (56), the only one of the two scored.
By use
- Taking photos and videos: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (79), the only one of the two scored.
- Lasting a long time between charges: Samsung Galaxy S25 (23 vs 17).
- Gaming and demanding apps: Samsung Galaxy S25 (91 vs 23).
- Keeping lots of photos, videos and apps: Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (90 vs 33).
Scores out of 100. A gap under 3 points counts as a tie.
Picksly scores
| Criterion | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy S25 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 53/100 | 53/100 |
| Performance | 23/100 | 91/100 |
| Camera | 79/100 | not measured |
| Display | 91/100 | not measured |
| Battery | 17/100 | 23/100 |
| Working memory (RAM) | 90/100 | 60/100 |
| Storage | 90/100 | 33/100 |
| Fast charging | 19/100 | 7/100 |
| Brightness | 54/100 | 45/100 |
| Updates | 90/100 | 90/100 |
| New price checked | $840 View offer | $694 View offer |
- Google Pixel 9 Pro XL · $840Track price
- Samsung Galaxy S25 · $694Track price
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And if neither?
OnePlus 15R has a higher Smart score than Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (75 vs 62) for a lower new price ($699 vs $840).